Tidewater Inc. (TDW)
Tidewater Max Pain By Strike
TDW trades at $57.47, 4.5% above the near-term max pain of $55 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (11 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($45-$980), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 55 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Tidewater Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for TDW shows a downward trend from 980 to 45, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 507% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 57.47 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 55 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.
Max Pain Table
| Expiration Date | Max Pain | Max Pain vs Current Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2025 | 55 | -2.47 (-4.29%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 45 | -12.47 (-21.69%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 55 | -2.47 (-4.29%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 980 | 922.53 (1605.39%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 50 | -7.47 (-12.99%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 55 | -2.47 (-4.29%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 50 | -7.47 (-12.99%) |